In a major milestone for women's professional hockey, the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) is expanding its reach to the West Coast with the addition of a 12th team in San Jose, California. The league, which has been rapidly growing since its inception, made the announcement at a press conference on Tuesday, May 19, signaling a significant step forward for the sport. The new team will join a growing list of PWHL teams, which have been gaining popularity and attracting top talent from around the world. With this expansion, the PWHL is poised to bring the excitement of professional women's hockey to a new and diverse audience in the Bay Area.

On Tuesday, May 19, the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) held a press conference in San Jose to announce that the league’s 12th team will play in the California city. This marks…